Location: Waycross
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Top 6 Things to do in Waycross, Georgia (GA)
Waycross is the county seat of, and only incorporated city in, Ware County. in the U.S. state of Georgia. The population was 14,725 at the 2010 Census.
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1. Okefenokee Swamp Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 542 reviews
Located in the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, the Okefenokee Swamp Park is a convenient point of entry and a magnificent show-window for the "Land of the Trembling Earth." The park's lily-decked water trails, with their miraculously reflective waters mirroring the overhanging beauty, lead to all points in this vast wilderness of islands, lakes, jungles, forest and prairies. Boat tours on original Indian waterways, wilderness walkways, Pioneer Island and native animals in their own habitat, all combine to weave a spell of pioneer American life. Headwaters of the Suwannee and St. Mary's Rivers, Okefenokee is a National Wildlife Refuge which covers nearly a half million acres.
Reviewed By DippingDot - Bluffton, United States
My husband and I visited Okefenokee NWR with friends on Feb. 8 and 9. There are a number of ways to enjoy the swamp. On our first day, we took a two - hour sunset boat ride from 5 to 7 PM. We saw birds, alligators and wonderful swamp scenery in the early evening and a glorious sunset over the waterways. Our guide from Okefenokee Adventures was extremely knowledgable about birds, alligators, plants and the history of the swamp. The reflections of the trees on the smooth water and the Spanish Moss hanging from the trees was like a painting. The next day (after an overnight in Kingsland) we walked the Chesser Island Boardwalk looking for birds. At the end of the Boardwalk is an observation tower from which we saw spectacular scenery and Sandhill Cranes feeding and later flying. The boardwalk is well constructed, wide and easy to walk. The total distance to the tower and back is 1 1/2 miles. After visiting the tower we stopped at the Chesser Island Homestead, a house and farm, where families lived in the 1800s. The docent there gave us a history of the homestead and of the families that lived in the swamp. The Bolt Visitor Center has a small shop and a film about the swamp. Okefenokee Adventures also has a small snack shop and store. They offer kayak and canoe tours along with their boat tours. We had a great visit to the Okefenokee and look forward to another visit in the spring.
2. Laura S. Walker State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By OnAir24617309430
Love this place, Tranquil, Very well up kept, nice staff and never met an unfriendly visitor. Nice Campground and facilities. Boating, Fishing, Kayaking, Hiking, Bike riding.
3. Obediah's Okefenok
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
4. Okefenokee Heritage Center
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
This is a small museum dedicated to the history of the heritage of Waycross GA. It features the role of the railroad in the growth of the state and Waycross. It has a locomotive, some rail cars, and a station house used as the information display area. The main building has small exhibits about the heritages of the ethnic groups, i.e. white, black and native american. It has a small display area explaining a traditional non-accompanied vocal group singing. It will host an exhibit from the Smithsonian Institute "New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music" in the fall of 2013. While I was there I saw an exhibit of about 30 works of art by people with disabilities. This is a small community museum with small exhibits but some real gems of information. Staff is friendly and helpful. I am in no way connected with the Center. I visited in March 2013 and feel it deserves some attention and would be enjoyed by Trip Advisor members.
Reviewed By HappyHammock53
Never been so impressed by The Heritage Center but next door (maybe a part of it?) is Southern Forest World. I couldn't find it listed separate on TripAdvisor, so maybe they consider it all one facility. Anyway, this is some of the best-spent $5 anywhere you go. This place is so under-rated, so poorly recognized, such a hidden treasure. I have been numerous times--and not just because my grandkids insist on going every time they visit. As many times as I've been, I still have not fully experienced the whole place. The amount of history concerning the forest industry is overwhelming. The interactive displays and exhibits are abundant. The layout of the place is so well thought out and adds to the fun and the overall experience. I'm impressed that the Directors were wise enough to employ an experienced educator to serve as Interpretor/ Manager of the place. Bertha is always searching for new ideas, new ways to improve the place, new programs and activities, and related persons to come present educational but very interesting experiences. There is enough inside to keep you busy for a day, but then there are so many fun, educational activities outdoors including an observation deck and spiderweb to climb on, an archeological pit to dig in where you always find a treasure, playhouses that provide lessons in local history, an exercise area, and so much more. And then there's a nature trail to hike, and a retired fire tower (maybe it will be open to climb one day), and an amphitheater, and picnic area, and even a huge hollow tree to step inside of--big enough for the whole family! They even have a locomotive that was used in the early days of timber industry. You can climb on, ring the bell, and imagine yourself back in history. And again, all this for 5 bucks per person!! Bring a picnic lunch and spend the whole day! It's an experience you and the kids will want to repeat many times. And you need to.
5. Escape Quest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
A fun real life interactive game that you submurse yourself into and try and figure out all the clues within the one hour alloted time. Good Luck!
6. Oscar's Bar & Grill
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2 reviews
